17 Of BNE's Most ‘Grammable Dishes Because Instagram Eats First

Easy on the eyes and incredible on the palate, Simon Gloftis’ Greek restaurant and bar is what ‘gram goals are made of – what else would you expect from the poolside resident of Brisbane’s arguably most beautiful hotel? Simple, authentic, and served on a backdrop of relaxed resort energy and luxury, these plates are worth getting dressed up for.

Experimental flavours that push the culinary boundaries are bound to also double as gorgeous fodder for your lens, and this relative newcomer in the bespoke dining scene is the case and point. With the fresh and local produce they use serving as the only creative parameters, Essa’s moody interiors pair well with the divinely understated dishes.

Serving rich Lebanese flavours in lush surroundings, this greenhouse-meets-kitchen is all about beautifying life’s everyday moments, and it shows in their gorgeous plating. Both the breakfast and lunch menu offer rustic colours and a showcase of real food that will fill your soul to the brim.

A dedication to perfecting simple Italian flavours doubles for the minimalist presentation at Biànca – looking good is easy when the food is this phenomenal. With each dish handmade from scratch in honour of fresh produce and seasonality, the chic and heavenly interiors also make framing your feed as effortless as point, and shoot!

The epitome of food that looks too good to eat are the interpretations of classic Japanese dishes that are served at Hôntô. With an open-view kitchen so you can watch each ingredient be meticulously placed, the inventiness behind each culinary creation lights up the moody room decor.

Give a kid vegetables that look like this and they’ll never complain! This soulful and vibrant all-vegetarian haven makes eating the rainbow a delightful reality. Honourable mention to the neighbouring Bar Kazba, because their punch in a disco ball is a photo opp you can’t miss.

On an unassuming Valley street, you’ll find brunch dishes that will certainly have your eyes bigger than your stomach. With a mission to create a memorable experience for all their visitors, Halo Ground certainly has done the trick across their concise but delightful menu of eye-catching dishes with their souffle pancakes reigning supreme.

In the handful of months since its opening, Rothwell’s has been serving up carefully crafted plates in a historic setting made for long lunches, evening cocktails, and intimate moments. The simple, seasonal dishes are presented in a no-fuss approach, letting the incredible ingredients and flavours do the talking.